Beginning with the life of a nearly broken little boy, and continuing through the career of a police officer while serving in one of the most violent cities in America, Scars of Blue is more than just another book about policing. It is a story of the heart and soul of the man behind the badge. It is a tale of overcoming abuse as a child, a broken marriage, years of working in extreme violence, corruption of fellow officers, threats by police administrators, and near death at the hands of a suicidal individual. This book is a first-hand account of a life nearly shattered. It is also a story of hope and survival, by overcoming mental health issues, and attempts at suicide from the damage endured. Scars of Blue gives you a look inside a life while serving the badge, and the fragile humanity of those who wear it. Raw–honest–and compelling, Chad provides a breathtaking account of what it's like to live in the split second moments a police officer has to act in order save lives, as well as the dreadfulness of having to take a life. He describes in vivid detail what it's like to psychologically drown in the emotions these terrifying moments leave forever upon you.

Broken relationships, betrayal, lies, violence, and horror, Scars of Blue-A story of Policing, Corruption, Mental Health, and Survival is an unrestrained account of the life, love, and loathing of a man serving in law enforcement. More than just another "cop book," this is a story of the heart and soul of the person behind the badge. It's a tale of a lifetime of loneliness, and a first-hand account of a personality shattered. It is also a story of hope and survival. Scars of Blue will give you a look at a life while serving the badge, and reveal the humanity behind those who wear it. Scars of Blue shares the life and police career of Chad Holland, who spent almost two decades in patrol, investigative, and elite units working in "peaceful" suburbia, and the notoriously dangerous Camden, NJ. Beginning with the story of an abused and nearly broken little boy, and continuing onto a tragic, corrupt, and violence filled career in law enforcement, Scars of Blue gives you a front row seat into the life of a police officer. This is a personal account of what created the man behind the badge, and the suffering that followed. Raw, honest, and compelling–Chad provides a breathtaking account of what it's like to live in the split second moments a police officer has to act in order save lives, as well as the dreadfulness of having to take a life. He describes in vivid detail what it's like to psychologically drown in the emotions these terrifying moments leave forever upon you.

Chad Holland served for nearly two decades with the Brooklawn, Somerdale, and the notoriously dangerous Camden, New Jersey police departments-surviving on instincts, training, and the love and trust of his partners. The eldest of four brothers, Chad was born in Philadelphia, Pa, and spent his adolescent and teenage years growing up in Brooklawn, NJ. Chad has two grown sons. Chad J, and Jacob. They currently reside in New Jersey.